The Prentiss Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Prentiss Family Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $159,600 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $25,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$159,600
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$791,908
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was down from $194,500 the year before.
40% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $194,500 | 31 | $847,024 |
| 2024 | $159,600 | 30 | $791,908 |
How to apply
The Prentiss Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Prentiss Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 8 | $76,700 |
| Virginia | 9 | $47,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $13,200 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,750 |
| California | 1 | $5,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $600 |
| New York | 2 | $450 |
| Iowa | 1 | $250 |
| Ohio | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| I Have A Dream Foundation | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Camp Sweeney | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Virginia Discovery Museum | Charitable | $15,000 |
| St Mark's Fund | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Charitable | $10,750 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Va | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cattle Barons | Charitable | $7,000 |
| Hockaday School | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Seal Legacy Foundation | Charitable | $6,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Blue Ridge Area Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Chris Long Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Connecting Point | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Meals on Wheels of Charlottesville | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Piedmont Environmental Council | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Harvard Business School Fund | Charitable | $3,000 |
| University of Virginia | Charitable | $2,500 |
| International Neighbors | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Wildrock | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Western Albemarle Rescue Squad | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Alzheimer's Disease Research | Charitable | $500 |
| American Red Cross | Charitable | $250 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Charitable | $250 |
| Cal Farley's Boy's Ranch | Charitable | $200 |
| Doctors Without Borders | Charitable | $200 |
| Save Our Sound | Charitable | $200 |
| Disabled American Veterans | Charitable | $100 |
| Protective Womens | Charitable | $100 |
| United Negro College Fund | Charitable | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Michael V Prentiss
- Dennis Dubois
Questions people ask
Does The Prentiss Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Prentiss Family Foundation give?
$159,600 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Prentiss Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Michael V Prentiss (President) and Dennis Dubois (Vice Preside).
What does The Prentiss Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and veterans.